Modern slavery is hidden in plain sight on our high streets. People are being forced to work long hours, for little or no pay, and under threat of violence in hand car washes. Many hand car washes are legitimate businesses, but some of them are not. Police raids in hand car washes in towns and […]Read more
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The sight of the great Cathedral of Notre Dame engulfed in flames was almost unbearable to watch. Having stood and gazed at the magical rose window and laughed at the gargoyles the thought of such a wonderful building tumbling to blocks and ash was just too much and my eyes filled with tears. Watching the fire Read more
The Star of Bethlehem is perhaps one of the best known symbols of Christmas. So what exactly was it? Was it a star? or something much more intriguing and mysterious. Professor David Hughes from the University of Sheffield first published a review of this special star in the 1970’s. He reflected that: the Read more
‘The church has got loads of money’ ‘Why doesn’t the church use its wealth to feed the poor’ ‘Why is the church always asking for money?’ I’ve heard people ask all of these questions – indeed, I’ve asked all these questions myself. And the answer is a Read more
Today Highfield Church are using St Clements as an extension of their classroom! A whole day out spent in the meadows doing woodcraft activities – art, sculpture, maths (measuring tree trunks and working out tree heights). And inside St Clements – a chance to meet a Great African Land Snail, a giant Read more
Here it is, a quick guide to making a tote bag. This is a basic version but its perfectly possible to make a lined bag very easily, and also to give it a flat bottom. If you want more help and instructions, or even to have a go at making one, pop into St Clements […]Read more
When I was a child plastic seemed to be a wonder material. I can remember as a child having plastic toys – dolls house furniture, recorders, cars, and all sorts of cheap stocking filler type things. Nothing lasted very long, it was all made abroad in Hong Kong or China, but it was cheap […]Read more
In St Clements Church I sit and stare sunlight through painted windows drops blobs of colour here and there the creaks and groans of pipes and wood are not my creaking bones but remind me of the people who have been here, left their mark,and gone. And I feel comforted. The stories of […]Read more
Is there anything more lovely than sitting in the sunshine or the shade listening to the birds singing… St Clements garden is an intimate quiet space in Urmston where you can find a bit of peace and quiet and a safe haven. If the church is open (Today, Wednesday and Friday mornings) you will be […]Read more
Every year the church elects two people (ideally) to act as churchwardens. Churchwardens are responsible, with the vicar for the fabric of the building and for ensuring that Sunday worship takes place. Its an historic role but also one which is essential for the smooth running of the church, and their Read more